Lead BCBA (Remote)

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Lead BCBA (Remote)

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Frontera Health is revolutionizing pediatric healthcare by developing a cutting-edge, tech-enabled platform that delivers essential therapies to rural families. Our platform leverages AI/ML to create a robust video-based data model for early intervention and developmental disorders. By collaborating closely with parents, caregivers, and clinical partners, we’re bridging the gap in access to care, improving health equity, and providing personalized treatment plans. Backed by leading investors like Lightspeed and Lux, Frontera Health is poised for rapid growth.

Our ABA direct services are designed to meet the unique needs of children in underserved communities, providing them with the support and resources they require to reach their full potential. We are passionate about ensuring that every child, regardless of their location or socioeconomic status, has access to high-quality healthcare. By leveraging our technology platform and partnering with local providers, we are able to deliver effective ABA therapy to families who may otherwise have limited access to these essential services.

The Lead BCBA serves as a pivotal clinical leader, overseeing a team of clinicians in delivering high-quality Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services. This role encompasses advanced case management, clinical program development, mentorship, and close collaboration with both families and staff. The Lead BCBA is responsible for ensuring that all treatment is ethical, effective, and aligned with Frontera’s values and technology, while also fostering team growth and promoting professional excellence

Clinical Quality

• Conduct advanced behavior and functional analytic assessments, including Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs), and skill-based assessments (e.g., VB-MAPP, ABLLS-R, AFLS).
• Develop, review, and oversee individualized ABA treatment plans and behavior intervention plans (BIPs) that reflect client-specific goals and progress
• Design and lead clinical programming including, case supervision, and discharge planning
• Provide high-level oversight of data collection, analysis, and documentation to ensure treatment effectiveness and fidelity
• Guide clinicians in adapting treatment modalities and instructional materials based on developmental level, cultural relevance, and individual needs
• Support and utilize Frontera Health’s clinical technologies, including the Video Platform, to enhance service delivery and training
• Lead remote and in-person supervision, parent coaching, and team training sessions using evidence-based strategies
• Participate in clinical audits, treatment reviews, and quality assurance activities to maintain high standards of care.

 Leadership and Professionalism

• Mentor and coach BCBAs, Student Analysts, and Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs), providing guidance on clinical challenges, treatment fidelity, and professional development
• Foster a culture of collaboration and clinical excellence through team meetings, and collaboration with with other team leaders
• Provide consultation and support on complex cases, behavioral emergencies, and sensitive family dynamics
• Collaborate with clients and families to identify socially significant goals and promote skill generalization across settings
• Assist in managing caseload distribution, scheduling, and productivity metrics for clinical teams
• Demonstrates clinical excellence by managing low cancellation rates and ensuring continuity of care, recognizing both as key performance indicators
• Champion the full integration (100% utilization)  of Frontera’s technology platforms including  the assessment tool and digital phenotyping systems as essential tools for driving clinical excellence and operational efficiency
• Lead by example to ensure all BCBAs and RBTs are actively engaged with these platforms, leveraging them consistently to enhance outcomes and strengthen team performance
• Collect feedback from BCBAs and prioritize it based on operational and clinical impact for the product team

Ethical and Professional Conduct

• Model and uphold the highest ethical standards in clinical care, supervision, and communication as outlined by the BACB Professional and Ethical Compliance Code
• Approach challenging conversations with professionalism, cultural sensitivity, and clear clinical rationale—whether with team members or client families
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA and other privacy/confidentiality regulations in all service delivery platforms and documentation
• Promote inclusive, respectful, and safe work environments that reflect the values of integrity, transparency, and equity

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, or a related field
• Current BCBA certification in good standing with the BACB
• Minimum 3-5 years of ABA experience, with at least 1-2 years in a supervisory or lead role
• Experience delivering ABA services via telehealth, including remote supervision and parent training
• Strong knowledge of ABA principles, clinical assessment tools, and data analysis
• Experience with electronic data collection systems (e.g., Catalyst, CentralReach)
• Experience managing hybrid caseloads (in-person and telehealth)
• Proficiency with telehealth platforms (e.g., google meets)
• Strong communication, leadership, organizational, and time management skills
• Excellent interpersonal, coaching, and relationship-building abilities
• Demonstrates cultural sensitivity and professionalism in diverse settings
• Team-oriented with a collaborative and engaged approach to the workplace
• Flexible schedule, but must be able to work irregular hours when necessary
• Qualified candidates will demonstrate the ability to conduct and maintain successful community partnerships such as school contracts

Work Environment:

• Combination of telehealth service delivery in-clinic, in-home, school-based
• Flexibility to support clients and teams across various service settings and time zones
• Some evening or weekend availability may be required
• 25% travel to New Mexico required 

Frontera Health, Inc. is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and has the opportunity to thrive. We believe that our differences make us stronger and that all employees, regardless of their background, experiences, or abilities, contribute to our success.

We are committed to:

• Providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
• Fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging where everyone feels valued and respected.
• Providing reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities.
• Continuously learning and improving our DE&I practices.

We will achieve this commitment by:

• Recruiting and hiring a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
• Creating and maintaining an inclusive work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.
• Actively listening to and addressing the needs and concerns of all employees.

We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to our success as a company and to our mission of serving the pediatric behavioral health community. We are committed to continuous improvement in this area and welcome feedback from all employees.